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Vaer G5 Meridian GMTvsLongines DOLCEVITA

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G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935
DOLCEVITA
LonginesDOLCEVITA
MSRP $4,750

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
DOLCEVITA37mm
Power Reserve
G5 Meridian GMT40h
DOLCEVITA
Water Resistance
G5 Meridian GMT200m
DOLCEVITA30m
MSRP
G5 Meridian GMT$935
DOLCEVITA$4,750

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
39mm
37mm
Thickness
13mm
7.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
37mm
Lug Width
20mm
17mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
L176.2
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$935
$4,750

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What people say

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Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

Longines DOLCEVITA

Owners widely praise the Longines DolceVita for its excellent value and beautiful dial, with some considering it superior to alternatives. The polished bracelet and case finishing are frequently highlighted as strengths. One owner notes the watch is a step up from older models. However, community members consistently criticize the crown, describing it as "comically bad" for winding and setting. On balance, owners rate the Longines DolceVita highly for its aesthetic appeal and value proposition, despite the widely noted crown issues.

From video reviewers

The value proposition and Art Deco-inspired design are consistently praised. Reviewers noted the keen pricing as a significant advantage.

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